Owners have filed 159 complaints
about the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara with NHTSA between 2005 and 2026.
The largest single group is the body & structure.
Across this model's run it ranks 2 of 10 worst.
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew
an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous
ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 72
Against the median year of the Toyota Camry Solara. 50 means typical for this
model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 100
37.1% of these complaints
involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of
9.7%.
Early failure — 58
34% of failures with a mileage on record happened under
36,000 miles, against a national rate of
29%.
How 2006 compares with every other Toyota Camry Solara
NHTSA files every complaint against a named sub-assembly, not just a
system. This is the difference between knowing it was "the engine" and
knowing which part of it — the list to hand a mechanic.
Body
1650.0%
Automatic Transmission
515.6%
Head Restraint
412.5%
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
26.3%
Power Window Devices AND Controls
26.3%
Dashboard
13.1%
Pressure Monitoring AND Regulating Systems
13.1%
Mid/Rear Assembly
13.1%
When it fails
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
Under 1,000 miles
54.6%
1,000 – 9,999 miles
1311.9%
10,000 – 24,999 miles
109.2%
25,000 – 49,999 miles
2926.6%
50,000 – 74,999 miles
2220.2%
75,000 – 99,999 miles
1715.6%
100,000 – 149,999 miles
65.5%
150,000+ miles
76.4%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Aug 2005peak 11Aug 2026
NHTSA investigations into the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara
An investigation is the step before a recall: the agency has seen enough
complaints to look into a pattern itself. An open one means it thinks
something may be wrong and nothing has been fixed yet.
THE PETITIONER OWNS A MY 2006 TOYOTA CAMRY WITH A 4-CYLINDER ENGINE THAT WAS PURCHASED NEW IN JANUARY 2006. THE PETITIONER ALSO PREVIOUSLY OWNED A MY 2005 CAMRY. HE ALLEGES THAT BOTH VEHICLES EXHIBITED VEHICLE ENGINE SURGING, WHICH HE DESCRIBED AS A SHORT DURATION (1 TO 2 SECOND) INCREASE IN ENGINE SPEED OCCURRING WHILE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS NOT DEPRESSED. IN AN INITIAL INTERVIEW, THE PETITIONER ESTIMATED THAT 6 TO 8 SURGE INCIDENTS, OF VARYING SEVERITY, OCCURRED IN THE MY 2006 VEHICLE OVER THE COURSE OF 10,000 MILES AND 7 MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP. THE PETITIONER REPORTS THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM IS...
Recalls on the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
United States — NHTSA
16V396000
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Risk: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
10V035000
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Risk: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In my file
NHTSA complaint #11755345 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
In my file
NHTSA complaint #11755345 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
You have this… I am informing you that I am moving forward with pursuing legal representation and am onboarding THE SIMON LAW FIRM, P.C. In [XXX] to manage my claim. Moving forward , I request that any upcoming physical inspections as well as the raw Bosch.cdr date generated by [XXX], be coordinated in conjunction with my incoming legal counsel . Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11751430 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
You have this… I am informing you that I am moving forward with pursuing legal representation and am onboarding THE SIMON LAW FIRM, P.C. In [XXX] to manage my claim. Moving forward , I request that any upcoming physical inspections as well as the raw Bosch.cdr date generated by [XXX], be coordinated in conjunction with my incoming legal counsel . Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11751430 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
You have this… I am informing you that I am moving forward with pursuing legal representation and am onboarding THE SIMON LAW FIRM, P.C. In [XXX] to manage my claim. Moving forward , I request that any upcoming physical inspections as well as the raw Bosch.cdr date generated by [XXX], be coordinated in conjunction with my incoming legal counsel . Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11751430 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
POWER TRAIN
You have this. Additional research about the cause of the crashes. None of this was published by Toyota as a potential disastrous problem.
NHTSA complaint #11749631 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In my file
NHTSA complaint #11755345 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
In my file
NHTSA complaint #11755345 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
You have this… I am informing you that I am moving forward with pursuing legal representation and am onboarding THE SIMON LAW FIRM, P.C. In [XXX] to manage my claim. Moving forward , I request that any upcoming physical inspections as well as the raw Bosch.cdr date generated by [XXX], be coordinated in conjunction with my incoming legal counsel . Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11751430 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
You have this… I am informing you that I am moving forward with pursuing legal representation and am onboarding THE SIMON LAW FIRM, P.C. In [XXX] to manage my claim. Moving forward , I request that any upcoming physical inspections as well as the raw Bosch.cdr date generated by [XXX], be coordinated in conjunction with my incoming legal counsel . Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11751430 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
You have this… I am informing you that I am moving forward with pursuing legal representation and am onboarding THE SIMON LAW FIRM, P.C. In [XXX] to manage my claim. Moving forward , I request that any upcoming physical inspections as well as the raw Bosch.cdr date generated by [XXX], be coordinated in conjunction with my incoming legal counsel . Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11751430 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
POWER TRAIN
You have this. Additional research about the cause of the crashes. None of this was published by Toyota as a potential disastrous problem.
NHTSA complaint #11749631 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
ENGINE
You have this. Additional research about the cause of the crashes. None of this was published by Toyota as a potential disastrous problem.
NHTSA complaint #11749631 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
You have this. Additional research about the cause of the crashes. None of this was published by Toyota as a potential disastrous problem.
NHTSA complaint #11749631 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MO
POWER TRAIN
You have this Three separate events 05/15 05/18-20? 06/10/2026
NHTSA complaint #11749055 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MO
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
You have this Three separate events 05/15 05/18-20? 06/10/2026
NHTSA complaint #11749055 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MO
SERVICE BRAKES
You have this Three separate events 05/15 05/18-20? 06/10/2026
NHTSA complaint #11749055 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
Previous report filed 07/02/2026
NHTSA complaint #11748603 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weldon Spring, MOCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
NHSTA SAFETY COMPLAINT TEXT Safety defect and Incident Chronology: I am reporting a catastrophic, recurring sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) defect originating strictly from a forward idle state, culminating in a severe bidirectional runaway and property damage crash. This vehicle utilizes an Electronic Throttle System-intelligent (ETCS) that failed to trigger a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) , Check Engine Light or fail safe limp mode during all three events. INCIDENT 1 (MAY 15, 2026): While maneuvering at low-speed idle into my residential garage, the engine un commandingly surged . I was tapping the brake to go cautiously. Simultaneously, the brake pedal became rigid and physically impossible to depress. The vehicle crashed forward into my tool benches and drywall. INCIDENT 2 ( on or about May 22,2026): Under the identical conditions, the vehicle without command surged forward with total brake rigidity. Fortunately, this time it caused no damage. INCIDENT 3 (June 10, 2026) During a slow speed idle parking maneuver , the vehicle violently surged forward with total brake rigidity and struck shelving. To cut propulsion I immediately shifted out of Drive. Instead of neutralizing the event the car the car underwent a severe bidirectional runaway, violently accelerating in REVERSE for approximately 35 feet across my driveway crashing into my woodpile . I ended up moving forward and stopped somehow. TECHNICAL EVALUATION for INVESTIGATORS: The recurring rock hard brake pedal serves as empirical pneumatic proof that the throttle body valve uncommandedly opened wide while my foot was actively modulating the brakes, instantly destroying the engine manifold vacuum reserve. Furthermore, the vehicle accelerating forward and backwards proves system failure. The vehicle was transported via flatbed to PAPPAS Toyota. Toyota Case # TA 261680161. I request NHSTA safety Egrs secure and audit this transient ETCS-I failure mode.
NHTSA complaint #11747785 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Henderson, COFire
SEATS
Copper wiring on driver seat caught fire causing damage to driver door driver harness underneath the dash and electric seat mechanism also caused staining to the fabric and interior
NHTSA complaint #11711661 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Henderson, COFire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Copper wiring on driver seat caught fire causing damage to driver door driver harness underneath the dash and electric seat mechanism also caused staining to the fabric and interior
NHTSA complaint #11711661 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Henderson, COFire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Copper wiring on driver seat caught fire causing damage to driver door driver harness underneath the dash and electric seat mechanism also caused staining to the fabric and interior
NHTSA complaint #11711661 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 84,274 milesDunlap, TN
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken for the State Inspection, and the contact was informed of an engine emissions leak. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 84,274.
NHTSA complaint #11682806 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 51,000 milesHenrico, VA
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Solara. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed that the ABS monitors the rotation of the tires. The contact was informed that a tire was losing air and was rotating slower than the other tires. The dealer recommended changing the tires. The tires were replaced but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and filed a claim. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
NHTSA complaint #11658861 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 69,000 milesSpring Hill, FL1 injured
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and then turned on when the air bag suddenly deployed. The contact received injuries to their arms and medical attention was required. The contact had not been able to find a dealer who was willing to repair air bags, therefore, the vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000.
NHTSA complaint #11509818 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Salisbury, NC
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The "VSC" continues to come on which in turn causes the ck engine light to come on. There needs to be a recall on this issue. I have been researching it, and finding it a problem for so so many customers.
NHTSA complaint #11418205 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Salisbury, NC
WHEELS
The "VSC" continues to come on which in turn causes the ck engine light to come on. There needs to be a recall on this issue. I have been researching it, and finding it a problem for so so many customers.
NHTSA complaint #11418205 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Salisbury, NC
STEERING
The "VSC" continues to come on which in turn causes the ck engine light to come on. There needs to be a recall on this issue. I have been researching it, and finding it a problem for so so many customers.
NHTSA complaint #11418205 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 63,390 milesPunta Gorda, FL
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GETTEL TOYOTA OF CHARLOTTE COUNTY (1801 TAMIAMI TRAIL, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO THE REPAIR COST. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 63,390.
NHTSA complaint #11397281 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 180,000 milesHampton, VA
STRUCTURE:BODY
ON MARCH 26,2020 I WENT TO DRIVE MY CAR. THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED, STICKY, AND MELTED THROUGHOUT. THE NEXT DAY I CALLED PRIORITY TOYOTA AND WAS TOLD (JOHN SERVICE MANAGER) THAT THEY WOULD NOT FIX IT DUE TO THE WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT NOTIFICATION-ZE6 WHICH ENDED MAY 31, 2017. ALSO, I HAD OWNED THE CAR FOR MORE THAN 10 YEARS. HE WOULD REPLACE IT AT MY COST OF APPROX. $2200 BUT HE WOULD PROVIDE AN EXACT AMOUNT WHEN I DECIDED TO FIX IT. THEN I EXPLORED THE INTERNET TO SEE THE SCOPE OF THE PROBLEM. IT CAN LEAD TO VISIBILITY PROBLEMS (GLARE) AND PROBLEMS WITH THE DASHBOARD AIRBAGS. YESTERDAY, APRIL 7, 2020 I CALLED THE TOYOTA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER 1-888-2709371 AND SPOKE TO RANDALL WHO REPEATED WHAT JOHN HAD SAID, BUT ADDED THAT MY CAR WAS OLD AND NOT WORTH MUCH AND I HAD GOTTEN MY MONIES WORTH OUT OF IT. I ASKED WHO I COULD CALL NEXT AND HE SAID HE WAS THE END OF THE LINE. I WAS ASSIGNED A CASE #[XXX] BUT CAN'T SEE TO READ IT FOR MYSELF. THE CAR HAS REMAINED IN MY GARAGE SINCE I SAW THE PROBLEM ON MARCH 26. IT IS GETTING WORSE. IT WAS LAST DRIVEN ON MARCH 5 WITH NO PROBLEMS. I HAVE A TOYOTA RAV 2017 FROM PRIORITY TOYOTA, HAMPTON, VA 757 838-5000. PLEASE HELP ME IF YOU CAN. *TR *LN*DT INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'*JB
NHTSA complaint #11320494 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 86,000 milesBeebe, AR
AIR BAGS
MY DASH IS CRACKING AND FALLING APART. WHAT KIND OF ENGINEERING IS THIS THAT THE DASH FALLS APART IN SUCH A SHORT TIME IN A CAR THAT IS SUPPOSED TO OUT LAST ITS COMPETITORS.
NHTSA complaint #11281002 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.